Financial Controller

  • Vantage Consulting
  • Burbage, Leicestershire
  • May 19, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Financial Controller (Part-Time)

Location: Hinckley, UK (primarily on-site with some flexibility)
Hours: 25 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

A growing engineering and technology SME is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead finance operations and support business growth. This is a broad role suited to someone comfortable working in a fast-paced small business environment with responsibility across financial control, forecasting, reporting, and commercial support.



Key Responsibilities

  • Ownership of day-to-day finance operations and controls
  • Monthly management accounts, cash reporting, and forecasting
  • Budgeting, financial modelling, and KPI reporting
  • Oversight of payroll, payables, and working capital
  • Support for pricing, contracts, and commercial decision-making
  • Liaison with external accountants, auditors, and advisers
  • Support fundraising, governance, and investor reporting activities


Requirements

  • Experience in an SME or owner-managed business
  • Strong cash flow forecasting and financial modelling skills
  • Hands-on approach with the ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of Xero or similar accounting systems
  • Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)


Desirable

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
  • Experience in engineering, technology, or project-based businesses
  • Exposure to fundraising, board reporting, or share schemes

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in its next stage of development.